The Universe Is Stranger Than You Think
I write about physics the way Rumi wrote about love — trying to express something almost too vast and beautiful for words, but trying anyway.
Physics Articles
Written for the curious non-specialist — and for physicists who like to see their field from a fresh angle.
Arash the Archer for Beginners
Why Arash is one of the best Persian stories to introduce to foreigners who are curious about Iran, language, and…
Being a Physicist Far from Home
I tune particle beams in a control room in Europe. I dream in Persian. The distance between those two facts…
Why Is the Sky Blue? The Complete, Honest Answer
Rayleigh scattering is the short answer. But the full story involves the nature of light, the structure of the atmosphere,…
Nowruz: The World’s Most Beautiful New Year
On the exact moment of the spring equinox, 300 million people across 13 countries celebrate the Persian New Year. Here's…
Ta’arof: The Persian Art of Meaning the Opposite of What You Say
Refusing an offer three times before accepting it. Insisting someone eat when you know they will say no. Welcome to…
What Is a Particle Accelerator? A Plain-Language Guide
The largest machines ever built. The most powerful microscopes in existence. Let me explain what they do — without a…